Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Instructor Name: Michael Scott
Class Web site: http://www.engrade.com/mscott215s2
375 Adelaide Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
Time Frame: Third Quarter
Email: michael.scott@ppsd.org
tel. 401.456.0676
fax 401.456.0679
Course Description Introduction to Business introduces students to the world of business and
prepares them for the economic roles of consumer, worker, and citizen. This course will serve as a
background for other, more detailed business courses, such as accounting, marketing and business law,
as well as preparation for future employment, financial literacy, and consumer decision making.
Required Textbook (classroom copy only) and Class Website
Intro to Business, 4th Edition, by Eggland, Dlabay, Burrow and Ristau South-Western, 2003.
Online Class Materials (http://www.engrade.com/mscott215s2)
Supplementary Reading
As issued by instructor
Supplementary Materials
Student will have notebook dedicated specifically to the course as homework, classwork and projects
will be recorded in student notebook and will be reviewed by the instructor from time to time.
Supplementary and Assistive Online Materials (Websites)
Online Free Touch Typing Program (www.sense-lang.org)
Banzai Online Financial Literacy (www.teachbanzai.com)
Stock Market Game (www.stockmarketgame.org)
Online Translator Application (www.microsofttranslator.com)
Grading Policy See Alvarez school wide grading policy.
GSEs/Standards Addressed See attached list of standards
Students should be aware of the following and their due dates:
Resume Workbook for High School Students (Analyze interests and potential
career opportunities)
Teachbanzai.com (Financial Literacy Scenarios)
Sense-lang.org (Typing and Keyboarding Skills)
Lemonade Stand Project (Data sheet, Group written report, PowerPoint, and
Oral Presentations – Four (4) test grades)
Assignment and Examination Schedule
Reading
Topic
UNIT 1
Estimated Time
Chapter 1
1 week Jan 30 –Feb 3
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Economic Decisions p. 4
Wants and Needs
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Goods and Services
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Economic Resources
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Introduce Resume and Cover Letter Project (Resume Workbook, Resume, Cover
Letter, Biography PowerPoint and Individual Oral Presentation on Friday, February 3,
2012. Also Way to go RI.com.
Chapter 2
Economic Systems p. 16
1 week Feb 6-10
Economic Questions
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Economic Systems
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Market Economy
Chapter 3
Economic Roles p. 30
½ week Feb 13-15
Three Economic Roles
Supply and Demand
Standard of Living
Chapter 4
Economic Measurements p. 40
½ week Feb 15-17
Measuring Economic Growth
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Four Phases of the Business Cycle
Concepts of Inflation and Deflation
Submission of completed Resume Workbook
Friday, February 17, 2012
February Break -- February 21-24, 2012
Introduce Lemonade Stand (Data Sheet, Group Written Report, PowerPoint, and oral
presentations – four (4) test grades)
Monday, February, 27, 2012.
UNIT 2
Chapter 5
Business in Our Economy p. 54
Four Kinds of Business
Business Activities
Jobs in our Economy
Run Simulation and collect data for Stand/Shop.
Data sheet due Friday, March 2, 2012
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
½ week Feb 27 –Feb 29
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Business Structures p. 68
Types of Business Structures
Advantages/Disadvantages
Functions of Managers
Specialized Forms of Business
Manager as Leader p. 86
Characteristics of effective leaders
Five human relations skills needed
Types of influence and leadership styles
Producing and Marketing p.100
Activities and Concept
Steps in Planning
Small Business and Customer Service
½ week Feb 29 - Mar 2
½ week Mar 5 – 7
½ week Mar 7-9
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Unit 2 Quiz, submission of completed Resume and Cover Letter Project, and
Lemonade Stand/Coffee Shop Written Report, Friday, March 9, 2012
UNIT 3
Chapter 9
Business Ethics p. 120
½ week Mar 12-14
Social Responsibility Issues & Examples
Code of Ethics
Chapter 10 International Business p. 130
½ week Mar 14- 16
Currency Exchange
Balance of Trade
Multinational Corporation
Submission of completed Lemonade Stand/Coffee Shop PowerPoint Slideshow,
Friday, March 16, 2012
Chapter 11 Government in Our Economy p. 144
1 week Mar 19 – 23
Role of Government
Governmental Regulations
Production of Goods/Services
Introduce Teachbanzai.com Financial Literacy module on Monday, March 26, 2012.
UNIT 8 Financial Institutions and Banking Services p.336
Chapter 25
The Banking System and Financial Services p. 338
½ week Mar 26 – 28
Types of deposit-type and non-deposit-type institutions.
Services provided by financial institutions.
Functions of the Federal Reserve.
How financial institutions create economic growth.
Chapter 26 Opening a Checking Account p. 352
½ week Mar 28 – 30
The two major types of checking accounts.
The process of opening a checking account.
The three types of endorsements.
Chapter 27 Using Checks and Other Payment Methods p. 366
½ week Apr 2 – 4
Proper check-writing procedures.
Purpose of stop payment orders.
Special types of checks.
Payments through Electronic Funds Transfer System (EFT)
Submission of completed Teachbanzai.com Financial Literacy module by Friday,
March 23, 2012.
Oral Presentations of findings and supporting evidence from Lemonade Stand/Coffee
Shop with PowerPoint Slideshow,
1 week Mar 26 - Apr 4
Midterm Essay preparation beginning Monday, April 2, 2012 with essay due April 6,
2012.
We will begin second quarter activities the following school day. (See second quarter
syllabus when available for activities.)
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
GSEs/Standards Addressed
1.0 BUSINESS CORE
1.1 Business Communications (C): Students will understand communications as applied to personal
and professional situations. They will demonstrate competency by selecting and using appropriate
forms of communications in a variety of situations.
1.1.1 Diversity–demonstrate the ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of different
ethnicities and culturally diverse backgrounds
1.1.2 Effectiveness–compose oral and written business communications that demonstrate the use of
critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills
1.1.3 Ethics–discuss ethics and the need for confidentiality, loyalty, integrity and honesty in
communicating with business associates
1.1.4 Methods of Communication–demonstrate the use of various methods of communications;
research, compose and orally present information using appropriate technology
1.1.5 Nonverbal Communications–identify and use nonverbal communications in a group activity
1.1.6 Oral Communications–orally present information using appropriate language, style and format;
utilize different communication techniques to address the intended audience appropriately
1.1.7 Systems–use systems thinking to discuss the impact of cultural, organizational, technological and
behavioral characteristics on the selection of communication strategies and methods
1.2 Business Environment (C): Students will understand the development and structure of business
environments. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the dynamic components of business
structure and its relationship to the global business environment.
1.2.1 Business Ethics–define business ethics and explain the importance of ethical standards and social
responsibilities in the business environment
1.2.2 Business Law–describe the sources of law, the structure of the court systems and ways in which
these laws apply to basic consumer and business transactions
1.2.3 Business Ownership–identify the major types of business organizations
1.2.4 Competitive Environment–explain the economic effects of competition on a business in an
international marketplace
1.2.5 Entrepreneurial Concepts–identify the characteristics of an entrepreneur and describe the role of
an entrepreneurship in the private enterprise system
1.2.6 Environmental Issues–describe the impact of environmentally sound business practice in a global
economy
1.2.7 International Trade–investigate the challenges and opportunities of international trade in both
large and small businesses
1.2.8 Interrelationships of Business Operations–discuss the interrelationships between different
business lines as they relate to finance, tax, operations, human resources, marketing, production,
management, and the legal environment
1.3 Career Preparation, Job Acquisition and Retention (C): Students will understand the career
preparation and job acquisition skills required for employment, professional growth, and employment
transitions in the field of business occupations. They will demonstrate competency by researching
career options, applying job acquisition skills, preparing job search documentation, and modeling
appropriate workplace demeanor.
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
1.3.1 Career Exploration–explore career opportunities and projected trends; investigate required
education, training and experience; and develop an individual education plan for life long learning
1.3.2 Employment Transitions–analyze the effects of job changes, including the impact of
unemployment
1.3.3 Goal Setting–identify steps for setting goals and write personal goals and objectives
1.3.4 Interest Assessment–examine aptitudes related to career options; relate personal characteristics
and interests to educational and occupational opportunities
1.3.5 Job Acquisition–develop job acquisition documents and interview skills
1.3.6 Job Retention–identify appropriate work attitudes and behaviors
1.4 Economics and Financial Concepts (C): Students will understand the impact of global and
domestic businesses, financial concepts, and integrated business models.
They will demonstrate competency by using appropriate technology and other resources to solve
business problems.
1.4.1 Business/Financial Relationships–analyze the financial implications of various functions of a
business and describe how they interrelate
1.4.2 Demographics–interpret demographic data and explain its impact on the economy
1.4.3 Economic Culture–explain how culture affects economic practice and business ethics
1.4.4 Economic Systems–describe a variety of economic systems
1.4.5 Exchange Rates–access and utilize information on exchange rates
1.4.6 Financial Statements–explain how financial statements are necessary for business planning and
for the continuous monitoring of business performance
1.4.7 Financial Systems–examine how financial systems and tools are used to solve business problems
and to perform business transactions
1.4.8 Global Business–evaluate the impact of international trade on domestic and global economies
and the importance of multinational corporations, including the impact of international trade
agreements and regulations, protection and ownership of intellectual property
1.4.9 Investments–identify different types of investments; compute cost, profit and return on
investment
1.4.10 Money Management–construct personal and business budget plans which include income,
expenses, savings, investments and taxes productive workforce in a culturally diverse global
environment. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the skills which positively affect
productivity.
1.5 Employability Skills (C): Students will understand the factors essential to a productive workforce
in a culturally diverse global environment. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the skills
which positively affect productivity.
1.5.1 Adapting to Change–provide a workplace example of a constantly changing environment and
discuss how employees should incorporate lifelong learning as a career goal
1.5.2 Conflict Resolution–demonstrate skills necessary to resolve disagreements in a professional
manner
1.5.3 Diversity–describe and compare cultural differences as related to work styles
1.5.4 Occupational Safety–discuss safety practices and develop a plan to maintain a work environment
in a safe and secure manner
1.5.5 Positive Attitude–role play a work situation to demonstrate positive working relationships with
customers, employers and employees
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
1.5.6 Teamwork–develop the ability to work in teams by participating in group activities
1.5.7 Time Management–prioritize work to fulfill responsibilities, meet deadlines, and achieve
personal satisfaction
1.5.8 Work Ethics–define ethics and explain how standards and scruples affect human relations
1.6 Information Technologies (C): Students will understand technology used in business. They will
demonstrate competency by utilizing technology to access, manipulate, and produce information.
1.6.1 Applications–utilize a variety of software programs to manipulate, analyze and produce data
1.6.2 Computer Operations–demonstrate proper use and care of equipment
1.6.3 Document Processing–create, format and produce documents
1.6.4 Global Communications–discuss the skills necessary for communicating in an international,
pluralistic business environment
1.6.5 Information Resources–use electronic media, manuals, and tutorials as resources to access
information
1.6.6 Presentation–develop and produce presentations utilizing electronic media
1.6.7 Problem Solving–solve problems effectively by utilizing appropriate technology
1.6.8 Social Issues–discuss the technological issues of ethics and etiquette as they relate to emerging
technologies and the impact on society
1.6.9 Technology Innovations–examine the role of technology in future business applications
1.6.10 Telecommunications–use technology to transmit and receive information
1.7 Leadership Development (C): Students will understand the personal qualities that are the basis
for developing leadership skills. They will demonstrate competency by identifying and using
leadership skills in a variety of individual and group work situations.
1.7.1 Communications–select and use modes of communications appropriate to various
employee/employer situations
1.7.2 Decision Making–apply a rational decision-making process to solve common business problems
in a dynamic environment
1.7.3 Ethics–identify ethical considerations in the workplace and demonstrate appropriate behavior in
a business setting
1.7.4 Motivation–demonstrate self-motivation and use motivation techniques in classroom and small
group situations
1.7.5 Personal Qualities–describe personal qualities such as integrity, loyalty, honesty and self esteem;
discuss their importance in being an effective leader and team member
1.7.6 Planning–identify the steps necessary to produce desired results and effect change
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Instructor Name:
Michael Scott
Class Website: http://www.engrade.com/mscott215s2
375 Adelaide Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
Time Frame: Fourth Quarter
Email: michael.scott@ppsd.org
tel. 401.456.0676
fax 401.456.0679
Course Description Introduction to Business introduces students to the world of business and
prepares them for the economic roles of consumer, worker, and citizen. This course will serve as a
background for other courses, prepare students for future employment and assist them with consumer
decision making.
Required Textbook and Class Website
Intro to Business, 4th Edition, by Eggland, Dlabay, Burrow and Ristau South-Western, 2003.
Online Class Materials (http://www.engrade.com/mscott215s2)
Supplementary Reading
As issued by instructor
Supplementary Materials
Student will have notebook dedicated specifically to the course as homework, classwork and projects
will be recorded in student notebook and will be reviewed by the instructor from time to time.
Supplementary Online Materials (Websites)
Online Free Touch Typing Program (www.sense-lang.org)
Banzai Online Financial Literacy (www.teachbanzai.com)
Stock Market Game (www.stockmarketgame.org)
Online Translator Application (www.microsofttranslator.com)
Web Development Site (www.wix.com)
Grading Policy See Alvarez school wide grading policy.
GSEs/Standards Addressed See attached list of standards
Assignment and Examination Schedule
Reading
Topic
Estimated Time
Unit 4 Small Business Management
Chapter 12
Managing a Small Business
1 week Apr 9 –13
Characteristics of Business Owner
Steps For Starting a Business
Business Plan
Financing
Create a Business Project assigned Friday, April 15, 2011
April Break April 16 through 20.
Chapter 13 Managing Human Resources
½ week Apr 23 –25
Importance of Human Resources
Assessing HR Needs
Compensation and Benefits
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Chapter 14
Maintaining Financial Information
1 week Apr 25 –May 2
Financial Information Sources
Primary Financial Records
Financial Statements used in Decision-Making
Create a Business Project –Logo Development -due Friday, April 27, 2012
UNIT 6 Careers in Our Global Economy
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Human Resources in Our Economy p. 240
Types of Industries
Occupational Groups
Job Opportunities
Planning A Career p. 252
Career Information
Values and Abilities
Additional Education
1 week May 2 – 9
½ week May 9 – 11
Create a Business Project –Business Plan -due Friday, May 11, 2012
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Succeeding at Work p. 265
Letter of Application
Resume
Interviewing
Pre-employment Tests
Opportunities in Small Business p. 280
Characteristics of Small Business
Reasons for Failure
Successful Owners
½ week May 16 – 18
½ week May 18 – 20
Create a Business Project –PowerPoint -due Friday, May 20, 2011
UNIT 7 Consumers in the Economy
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
The Informed Consumer
Characteristics of Small Business
Reasons for Failure
Successful Owners
Consumer Buying Decisions
Characteristics of Small Business
Reasons for Failure
Successful Owners
½ week May 23 -25
½ week May 25 -27
Create a Business Project –Website Development -due Friday, June 5, 2011
Chapter 24
Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
Characteristics of Small Business
Reasons for Failure
Successful Owners
Presentations week of May 31 to June 3, 2011
Senior Finals Week
½ week May 31 –Jun 3
1 week May 31 –Jun 5
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
Wrap-up Unit Depending on time, the instructor may omit parts of this unit.
Chapter 33 Starting a Savings Program
½ week Jun 8 – 10
Importance of a Savings Plan
Interest on Savings
Factors in choosing Savings Plan
Saving Helps Economy
Chapter 24 Fundamentals of Credit
½ week Jun 10 –12
Use of Credit
Types of Credit
Granting Credit
Advantages and Disadvantages of Credit
Chapter 37 Fundamentals of Insurance
½ week Jun 15 –19
Types of Risk
Avoidance of Economic Risk
Coverage and Cost
Finals Week Review/Final Examination
1 week Jan 22-24
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
GSEs/Standards Addressed
1.0 BUSINESS CORE
1.1 Business Communications (C): Students will understand communications as applied to personal
and professional situations. They will demonstrate competency by selecting and using appropriate
forms of communications in a variety of situations.
1.1.1 Diversity–demonstrate the ability to work and communicate effectively with persons of different
ethnicities and culturally diverse backgrounds
1.1.2 Effectiveness–compose oral and written business communications that demonstrate the use of
critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills
1.1.3 Ethics–discuss ethics and the need for confidentiality, loyalty, integrity and honesty in
communicating with business associates
1.1.4 Methods of Communication–demonstrate the use of various methods of communications;
research, compose and orally present information using appropriate technology
1.1.5 Nonverbal Communications–identify and use nonverbal communications in a group activity
1.1.6 Oral Communications–orally present information using appropriate language, style and format;
utilize different communication techniques to address the intended audience appropriately
1.1.7 Systems–use systems thinking to discuss the impact of cultural, organizational, technological and
behavioral characteristics on the selection of communication strategies and methods
1.2 Business Environment (C): Students will understand the development and structure of business
environments. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the dynamic components of business
structure and its relationship to the global business environment.
1.2.1 Business Ethics–define business ethics and explain the importance of ethical standards and social
responsibilities in the business environment
1.2.2 Business Law–describe the sources of law, the structure of the court systems and ways in which
these laws apply to basic consumer and business transactions
1.2.3 Business Ownership–identify the major types of business organizations
1.2.4 Competitive Environment–explain the economic effects of competition on a business in an
international marketplace
1.2.5 Entrepreneurial Concepts–identify the characteristics of an entrepreneur and describe the role of
an entrepreneurship in the private enterprise system
1.2.6 Environmental Issues–describe the impact of environmentally sound business practice in a global
economy
1.2.7 International Trade–investigate the challenges and opportunities of international trade in both
large and small businesses
1.2.8 Interrelationships of Business Operations–discuss the interrelationships between different
business lines as they relate to finance, tax, operations, human resources, marketing, production,
management, and the legal environment
1.3 Career Preparation, Job Acquisition and Retention (C): Students will understand the career
preparation and job acquisition skills required for employment, professional growth, and employment
transitions in the field of business occupations. They will demonstrate competency by researching
career options, applying job acquisition skills, preparing job search documentation, and modeling
appropriate workplace demeanor.
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
1.3.1 Career Exploration–explore career opportunities and projected trends; investigate required
education, training and experience; and develop an individual education plan for life long learning
1.3.2 Employment Transitions–analyze the effects of job changes, including the impact of
unemployment
1.3.3 Goal Setting–identify steps for setting goals and write personal goals and objectives
1.3.4 Interest Assessment–examine aptitudes related to career options; relate personal characteristics
and interests to educational and occupational opportunities
1.3.5 Job Acquisition–develop job acquisition documents and interview skills
1.3.6 Job Retention–identify appropriate work attitudes and behaviors
1.4 Economics and Financial Concepts (C): Students will understand the impact of global and
domestic businesses, financial concepts, and integrated business models.
They will demonstrate competency by using appropriate technology and other resources to solve
business problems.
1.4.1 Business/Financial Relationships–analyze the financial implications of various functions of a
business and describe how they interrelate
1.4.2 Demographics–interpret demographic data and explain its impact on the economy
1.4.3 Economic Culture–explain how culture affects economic practice and business ethics
1.4.4 Economic Systems–describe a variety of economic systems
1.4.5 Exchange Rates–access and utilize information on exchange rates
1.4.6 Financial Statements–explain how financial statements are necessary for business planning and
for the continuous monitoring of business performance
1.4.7 Financial Systems–examine how financial systems and tools are used to solve business problems
and to perform business transactions
1.4.8 Global Business–evaluate the impact of international trade on domestic and global economies
and the importance of multinational corporations, including the impact of international trade
agreements and regulations, protection and ownership of intellectual property
1.4.9 Investments–identify different types of investments; compute cost, profit and return on
investment
1.4.10 Money Management–construct personal and business budget plans which include income,
expenses, savings, investments and taxes productive workforce in a culturally diverse global
environment. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the skills which positively affect
productivity.
1.5 Employability Skills (C): Students will understand the factors essential to a productive workforce
in a culturally diverse global environment. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the skills
which positively affect productivity.
1.5.1 Adapting to Change–provide a workplace example of a constantly changing environment and
discuss how employees should incorporate lifelong learning as a career goal
1.5.2 Conflict Resolution–demonstrate skills necessary to resolve disagreements in a professional
manner
1.5.3 Diversity–describe and compare cultural differences as related to work styles
1.5.4 Occupational Safety–discuss safety practices and develop a plan to maintain a work environment
in a safe and secure manner
1.5.5 Positive Attitude–role play a work situation to demonstrate positive working relationships with
customers, employers and employees
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
Introduction to Business
Syllabus
1.5.6 Teamwork–develop the ability to work in teams by participating in group activities
1.5.7 Time Management–prioritize work to fulfill responsibilities, meet deadlines, and achieve
personal satisfaction
1.5.8 Work Ethics–define ethics and explain how standards and scruples affect human relations
1.6 Information Technologies (C): Students will understand technology used in business. They will
demonstrate competency by utilizing technology to access, manipulate, and produce information.
1.6.1 Applications–utilize a variety of software programs to manipulate, analyze and produce data
1.6.2 Computer Operations–demonstrate proper use and care of equipment
1.6.3 Document Processing–create, format and produce documents
1.6.4 Global Communications–discuss the skills necessary for communicating in an international,
pluralistic business environment
1.6.5 Information Resources–use electronic media, manuals, and tutorials as resources to access
information
1.6.6 Presentation–develop and produce presentations utilizing electronic media
1.6.7 Problem Solving–solve problems effectively by utilizing appropriate technology
1.6.8 Social Issues–discuss the technological issues of ethics and etiquette as they relate to emerging
technologies and the impact on society
1.6.9 Technology Innovations–examine the role of technology in future business applications
1.6.10 Telecommunications–use technology to transmit and receive information
1.7 Leadership Development (C): Students will understand the personal qualities that are the basis
for developing leadership skills. They will demonstrate competency by identifying and using
leadership skills in a variety of individual and group work situations.
1.7.1 Communications–select and use modes of communications appropriate to various
employee/employer situations
1.7.2 Decision Making–apply a rational decision-making process to solve common business problems
in a dynamic environment
1.7.3 Ethics–identify ethical considerations in the workplace and demonstrate appropriate behavior in
a business setting
1.7.4 Motivation–demonstrate self-motivation and use motivation techniques in classroom and small
group situations
1.7.5 Personal Qualities–describe personal qualities such as integrity, loyalty, honesty and self esteem;
discuss their importance in being an effective leader and team member
1.7.6 Planning–identify the steps necessary to produce desired results and effect change